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Fore Golfers Network PodcastCheating In Golf Scrambles - Our Follow Up ReportWelcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 455 - Cheating In Golf Scrambles - Our Follow Up Report Our initial conversation, posted in early Sept, generated 73k+ views and hundreds of comments from golfers across the nation who are livid at the amount of cheating taking place in golf scrambles. In this special report conversation, we bring YOUR comments to the conversation and explore potential solutions, including live scoring, using streaming cameras, and a blind draw to select the winning team. We also discuss the motivations behind cheating, the visibility o...2024-10-0330 min
Fore Golfers Network PodcastHas Cheating Ruined The Golf Scramble Forever?Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 452 - Has Cheating Ruined The Golf Scramble Forever? We're joined by Sean Fairholm, Senior Editor at My Golf Spy, for a conversation about the rampant cheating taking place at golf scrambles across the nation. Is it bad enough to ruin the experience to the point that the scramble is in danger of disappearing? Is there a remedy that can preserve the fun format (and vital fundraising component)? ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check...2024-09-0232 min
Teeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling -- Sean Fairholm on Scottie Scheffler's Masters Win -- April 15, 2024Mygolfspy's Sean Fairholm joins us to talk about Scottie Scheffler's 4-shot win at The Masters, where this leads him next, those who came (sorta) close), Tiger, and more.
2024-04-1537 minTeeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling -- EMERGENCY PODCAST: Jon Rahm Goes to LIV w/Sean Fairholm -- December 7, 2023Something most of us never thought would happen, did: Jon Rahm has signed with LIV Golf.
Sean Fairholm, who while at Global Golf Post covered Rahm since his college days, joins us to try and make sense of it all.
2023-12-0824 min
The CDGA Golf Show4/8 9 AM: Sean FairholmThe Global Golf Post's Sean Fairholm joins Tyler Aki and Mike Gilligan on the CDGA Golf Show to discuss what he's seen at the Master's and what's next for the rest of the weekend.2023-04-0842 min
The Graff Golf PodcastA Short History of Golf BallsHere at Graff Golf, we are building a smart golf ball and analytics platform, so it only makes sense that we would do a podcast talking about the many iterations of golf ball that have been made throughout history. From rudimentary beginnings where hand-crafted balls could only go a short distance all the way to the modern day missiles that are made in factories today, golf balls have represented the most remarkable transformation out of any piece of equipment in the game. And as we are proving at Graff, that evolution is far from over. In this p...2022-06-2323 minThe Graff Golf PodcastLIV Golf Breakdown + Phil Mickelson's LegacyThe front half of this episode is host Sean Fairholm's reaction to everything happening with the LIV Golf Invitational Series, the controversial league backed by the Saudi government. It’s definitely caused a buzz this week and throughout this year, and the entire structure of professional golf is at risk. What does the PGA Tour do in response? The back half of the episode will be all about LIV Golf's emotional leader, Phil Mickelson, and his ever-changing legacy. Will we ever see Lefty on the PGA Tour again? 2022-06-0941 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Eric Goodchild of Graff GolfIn our ninth installment of the Behind the Ball series, which takes a deeper look into how Graff Golf is developing a first-of-its-kind smart golf ball, host Sean Fairholm talks to VP of Hardware Eric Goodchild about his first few months on the job. Eric comes to the company with a true wealth of experience having attended Arizona State in their electrical engineering program, working five years at Taser International and being a co-founder and CTO at Aira, a company that drives innovation in wireless charging. He’s done a little bit of everything in his young career and is...2022-05-1728 minThe Graff Golf PodcastInside the Mind of Collin Morikawa with Coach Rick SessinghausRick Sessinghaus has been teaching Collin Morikawa since the Californian's junior golf days, guiding him all the way to becoming a two-time major champion. Morikawa has been lauded for his mental approach to the game, and nobody has had more of an impact on that than Sessinghaus. In this chat, Sessinghaus describes meeting Morikawa for the first time, what the pair continue to work on, managing fear as a golfer and much more. 2022-04-2545 minTeeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling — Global Golf Post’s Sean Fairholm Previews The Masters — April 6, 2022Sean Fairholm from Global Golf Post joins us from Augusta to preview the 2022 Masters.2022-04-0627 minThe Graff Golf PodcastThe Masters Preview ShowIt's arguably the best week of the year for golf fanatics! With the 2022 Masters Tournament on deck at Augusta this week, we take a deep dive on everything you need to know heading into the year's first major. Our host Sean Fairholm will be on site at Augusta National taking in the action, and he is joined by Jeremy Schilling to break down what they expect to see come Sunday. 2022-04-0447 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBuilding the Body of a PGA Tour Player With Damon GoddardWe are thrilled to welcome on a special guest to the program as Damon Goddard joins the show. Damon is a sports performance coach for Jordan Spieth, Will Zalatoris, Davis Riley and many other notable players. In this episode, we discuss how he got into the career of training elite golfers, the relationship between mobility, flexibility and muscle, why golf could be heading towards much shorter career spans, why back issues occur in the golf swing, what fitness looks like at the highest level and a ton more. You can find out more about Damon by visiting: h...2022-03-2348 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Inside the Smart Golf Ball Manufacturing ProcessHow does a smart golf ball get made? In this episode with Parker Feldmann, the Graff Golf VP of Manufacturing, he describes the complex manufacturing process behind creating a golf ball that provides invaluable analytics directly to your device. Feldmann touches on how the pandemic has impacted the operation, the many hurdles involved, what his greatest accomplishment is to this point and much more. 2022-03-1530 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Ari Friedman, Strategic Advisor for Graff GolfContinuing our Behind the Ball series that provides an in-depth look at Graff Golf, strategic advisor Ari Friedman joins the show. In this conversation, Ari really goes into his background in business, what led him to start consulting Graff, his opinion of what makes a great startup, where Graff is at in the process of establishing itself and a lot more. This is a cool episode because Ari has a ton of experience and can give both an outsider’s and insider’s perspective on what the company is like, which is such a valuable thing to have. You...2022-02-2125 minThe Graff Golf PodcastWhy Club Fitting Is For Everyone With Nick Sherburne of Club ChampionThere's a common myth in golf that high-handicap golfers shouldn't pursue getting fit for clubs because "they aren't good enough" for it. This week's guest, Club Champion founder Nick Sherburne, calls that line of thinking "pure insanity". In this pod, Nick explains why that is the case, what the fitting process is like, whether to take lessons prior to being fit and a lot more. This is a great intro to why club fitting matters for everyone and to assess whether you want to make the investment. You can learn more about Club Champion at https://clubchampiongolf...2022-02-1445 minThe Graff Golf PodcastMark Immelman On The Right And Wrong Ways To Model Your Game After ProsMark Immelman, a PGA Tour broadcaster, host of the On the Mark podcast, a longtime swing instructor and of course the brother of Masters champion Trevor Immelman, joins the podcast to nerd out about the golf swing. In this episode, we cover Mark’s serendipitous career path, what amateurs should and shouldn’t try to copy from the professional game, breaking down how to evaluate your own golf swing, why amateurs should almost never aim at the flag on approach shots and a lot more. You can learn more about Mark at markimmelman.com. 2022-02-0740 minThe Graff Golf PodcastGolf’s Mental Demons and How We Defeat Them With Evan Singer of the Par Train PodcastToday is the longest episode our pod has ever had, and it deserves that time because it’s all about golf’s many mental demons and how we defeat them. Evan Singer of the Par Train podcast joins host Sean Fairholm for a conversation taking a deep dive into the mental game, exploring why golfers feel shame, how one metaphor can completely alter how you think about playing the game, a mental game comparison between Collin Morikawa and Rory McIlroy, why it’s so hard to transfer practice to the course, where the yips come from and much more.M...2022-01-2452 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Golf’s Future and How Graff Factors InIn the latest installment of our Behind the Ball series, Sean Fairholm and Rowen Frazer talk about where golf is headed, specifically with training and analytics, and how the Graff smart golf ball factors into that. Among the questions discussed: Is golf cool? What high-level questions are we trying to answer as golfers? And what influence can Graff have on the game at large? 2022-01-1737 minThe Graff Golf Podcast2022 PGA Tour Bold Predictions to WatchWill Jordan Spieth win a major? When will Tiger Woods play again? And what common theme will all the major winners share this year? Host Sean Fairholm goes through 10 bold predictions for the 2022 calendar on the PGA Tour, giving answers to burning questions that are on every fan's mind heading into one of the most exciting years in recent memory. 2022-01-1019 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBest of Graff Golf Season OneThis is the end of season one for the Graff Golf Podcast, and we are celebrating with a holiday medley episode featuring some of our favorite moments from the season. We figured this is a good moment to stop and reflect given that we’ve seen our audience grow over the last year. For those who are new to the podcast, this is actually a perfect introduction to what we are all about here because you will hear a handful of snippets from different episodes, and really get a feel for what type of conversations we have — which includes a lo...2021-12-2737 minThe Graff Golf PodcastTiger Woods Won't Win Again — And He Doesn't Need ToThe golf world has been buzzing about Tiger Woods and his return to competitive golf less than a year after a harrowing car accident and catastrophic leg injury. Our host Sean Fairholm and guest Jeremy Schilling are grateful to see him back on the course but understand that, despite the hype, his career is likely transitioning into its ceremonial phase. In this conversation, Sean and Jeremy break down expectations for the rest of Tiger's career and the emotions of what it will be like to see him back on a golf course next week. 2021-12-1332 min
The Back of the RangeGene Elliott - 2021 U.S. Senior and British Senior Amateur ChampionMy guest on this episode is the 2021 U.S. Senior Amateur and British Senior Amateur Champion, Gene Elliott. That's right, the 2012 inductee into the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame captured both championships in 2021 adding his name to a list that includes Hogan, Jones, and Woods as men that were able to capture a USGA and R&A title in the same year. Gene shared some absolutely incredible stories about 2021 that are a must-listen!
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Sub...2021-12-021h 05The Graff Golf PodcastThe 10 Golf Myths You Shouldn't BelieveNot everything you hear on the golf course is true, even if a lot of people say it. In this episode, PGA professional Sean Fairholm breaks down 10 myths that most golfers believe, offering an explanation for why these exist in the first place and what they should actually mean in modern times. Among the myths explained are "You Need to Keep Your Head Down", "You Should Keep Your Left Arm Straight" and "90 Percent of Golf Is Mental". 2021-11-2927 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Aaron Shapiro, CEO of Graff GolfAaron Shapiro first had the idea for building a smart golf ball when he was 13 years old. Now he is the CEO of Graff Golf, and the dream is becoming a reality. In this episode, Aaron talks about the circumstances around starting Graff, the challenges behind creating a smart golf ball, the milestones the company has reached to this point, his message to those who may doubt the viability of the ball, why the name of the company is so special and a lot more. 2021-11-1522 minThe Graff Golf PodcastWelcome to the Graff Golf PodcastWelcome to the Graff Golf Podcast, a podcast for golf nerds that is all about understanding analytics in the game we all love. Hosted by PGA Professional Sean Fairholm and released twice per month, the podcast will aim to help you better examine your game from the inside out. Here at Graff, we are developing a smart golf ball that will give you immediate feedback on your shot, offering metrics like spin rate, launch angle, ball speed and a lot more. This podcast is designed to give you a deeper look at our process as a company while giving...2021-11-1001 minThe Graff Golf PodcastSmart Golf Ball Analytics Crash CourseThe smart golf ball from Graff will offer several key metrics like ball speed, launch angle and spin rate, but they aren't useful unless you understand these analytics. In this crash course, host Sean Fairholm explains a few important terms and how a player can apply them to his or her own game. What does ball speed mean? How do you know when your spin rate is too high? These questions are answered and a lot more. 2021-10-2620 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Parker Feldmann of Graff GolfWhat is a smart golf ball and why should a golfer care? In this installment of Behind the Ball, Graff Golf's VP of Manufacturing, Parker Feldmann, breaks it all down with host Sean Fairholm. Parker explains what led him on a path that included stints with the U.S. Air Force, Tesla and Hamilton before taking on a much different challenge with Graff. He also delves into what excites him the most about the capabilities of the smart golf ball that Graff is developing. 2021-10-1127 minThe Graff Golf PodcastRyder Cup Preview With Enjoy The Walk PodIt's been three long years since the last Ryder Cup, and we are in for a doozy this time around. In this episode, host Sean Fairholm is joined by Dalton and Dante of the Enjoy the Walk Pod to break down how the U.S. stacks up against Europe, what pairings they like for each side and who they believe will be spraying champagne at Whistling Straits. Enjoy the Walk PodWebsite: enjoythewalkpod.comPodcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5yLH7L6eqQdjFiJJ12YscIInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/enjoythewalkpod/?hl...2021-09-1636 min
golf SMARTERThe Trackman Killer Might Be a Smart Golf Ball from Graff.Golf810: Graff.Golf is working on a smart golf ball for your home/backyard practice sessions that will deliver the same helpful stats provided by incredibly expensive hardware used by teaching Professionals. In this episode we chat with a team from Graff Golf that includes Co-Founder & CEO Aaron Shapiro, Chief Design Officer Rowen Frazer, and VP of Content Development (and host of their podcast) Class A PGA Professional Sean Fairholm. We discuss how the idea was developed, how the product will work, overall value, and the benefits that will be realized by the average amateur golfer. It’s no coincidence that th...2021-09-1558 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Patrick Kelly of Graff GolfWhere does the company name Graff Golf come from? For company CPO Patrick Kelly, it's personal. Along with fellow co-founders Aaron Shapiro and Mike Eberle, Kelly drew inspiration from Johns Hopkins football coach Jim Margraff, who passed away while they were in school. In this episode of our Behind the Ball series, Kelly explains the origins of Graff, his role in the company and the many challenges in building a smart golf ball. 2021-09-0220 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBrooks vs. Bryson: A Rivalry Gone Too Far?Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau clearly don't get along, and that tension has been a great storyline for the game of golf. However, have we reached a point where the entertaining bickering is doing more harm than good? On this podcast, host Sean Fairholm and fellow writer Jeremy Schilling breakdown how each player has handled the rivalry, whether it is still productive for golf, the dynamic of the U.S. team room for the upcoming Ryder Cup and much more. 2021-08-2034 min
Enjoy The Walk Golf Podcast3.37 - Graff Golf - A Trackman, But Inside The Golf BallEver lost a ball and thought, hmm I have to be right on top of this daing thing! OR ever wanted to take your Trackman stats and have them real-time with you as you're out on the course. Look No Further! Graff Golf is wrapping up development on an industry-first Real-Time trackable golf ball that would give you all of that, as well as an ability to see real-time stats from all of their users across the world!
We want to thank Sean Fairholm, VP of Content Development as well as Kason, Graff's Social Media Marketing Director, f...2021-08-1830 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Mike Eberle of Graff GolfBehind the Ball is a look into how and why Graff Golf is developing a smart golf ball that offers detailed shot analytics, improvement plans and Bluetooth locating. After starting episode one of the series with Rowen Frazer, the VP of Marketing and Design, this conversation centers around Mike Eberle, a Co-Founder and CTO. Mike explains the early days of joining Graff, challenges around how to build a smart golf ball and what kind of experience a user can expect while using the Graff app. 2021-08-0224 minThe Graff Golf PodcastHow to Confidently Hit a Driver With Alex ForteyEveryone wants to hit it farther, it's just in our DNA as golfers. But the formula behind gaining distance and confidence with the big stick — walking up to the first tee knowing you can crush it while still being accurate — is one of the more frustrating elements of the game. Alex Fortey, a former tour pro and the creator of The Art of Simple Golf, explains his advise for how to hit a driver. Spoiler Alert: Don't change your tee height when you want to hit a driver lower, because it's not going to be effective. Art of Sim...2021-07-1424 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBehind the Ball: Rowen Frazer of Graff GolfBehind the Ball is a look into how and why Graff Golf is developing a smart golf ball that offers detailed shot analytics, improvement plans and Bluetooth locating. It's a deeper look into the company, examining why analytics in golf can be so important and the role that different employees play in taking on the challenge of coming up with a breakthrough platform. Our series starts with Rowen Frazer, the VP of Marketing and Design at Graff. In our conversation, Rowen explains his background in golf, how he ended up at Graff and why he thinks we are only...2021-06-2539 minThe Graff Golf PodcastWhy Doesn't Rory McIlroy Play Better in Majors?He's consistently one of the best players in the world, and he's won four major championships, so why has Rory McIlroy experienced a seven-year major drought with plenty of disappointments along the way? Graff Podcast host Sean Fairholm and guest Jeremy Schilling go through several theories while breaking down what Rory could do moving forward to change his luck in golf's biggest events. 2021-06-0932 minThe Graff Golf PodcastThe Weird History of Kiawah Island's Ocean CourseThis week's PGA Championship is taking place at Kiawah Island's Ocean Course, a daunting venue with a strange past. Host Sean Fairholm takes a deep dive into how the course was constructed in less-than-ideal circumstances and the epic 1991 Ryder Cup that altered the course of golf history. 2021-05-1925 minThe Graff Golf PodcastJordan Spieth's Rise, Fall and ResurgenceA brief summary of Jordan Spieth's career to this point, chronicling how he became one of the best players in the world, what went wrong during a winless drought and how he began to reclaim his spot amongst the game's elite. 2021-05-0521 minTeeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling -- Global Golf Post's Sean Fairholm Previews the Walker Cup -- May 3, 2021Sean Fairholm joins us to preview the 48th Walker Cup, taking place this Saturday and Sunday at historic Seminole Golf Club.
2021-05-0336 minThe Graff Golf PodcastUnderstanding a Great Golfer’s Mindset With Cordie WalkerIn this episode of The Club, Cordie Walker of the Golf Science Lab podcast joins the show to talk about what separates a great player from a good player, how golf continues to evolve into a more dynamically athletic pursuit and some of the best lessons he's learned from top coaches, mental gurus and players. 2021-03-1930 minThe Graff Golf PodcastThe Bryson DeChambeau OdysseyThere's no doubt that Bryson DeChambeau is one of the most compelling figures in golf, but how long he will be able to maintain his pace of pushing the boundaries of what we know to be possible in golf remains a question mark. In this episode, host Sean Fairholm and fellow writer Jeremy Schilling break down Bryson from every angle and offer their opinions on what his journey means for the future of the sport. 2021-01-2129 min
ESPN West Palm PodcastsDec 19. 2020- HCLKen LaVicka is joined by Sean Fairholm and Rick Horrow to discuss the biggest headlines in the world of golf.2020-12-1948 minThe Graff Golf PodcastMastering Full Swing Fundamentals With Brian JacobsHow do you take things to the next level and master the full swing fundamentals of the golf swing? Noted instructor Brian Jacobs comes on the podcast to discuss some of the techniques he uses to help students better understand the building blocks of their swing. 2020-12-1517 minESPN West Palm Podcasts11 - 14 - Sean FairholmSean Fairholm from the Global Golf post joins Ken LaVicka to break down the masters after two rounds.2020-11-1425 minThe Graff Golf PodcastUnderstanding the Psychology of a Golfer With Tom BurnettIn this episode of The Club, our host Sean Fairholm talks with long-time instructor Tom Burnett about evaluating a player's mental game, using brain mapping to understand what teaching techniques will be effective, misconceptions around the mental game and much more. 2020-11-0527 minThe Graff Golf PodcastBattling U.S. Open Pressure With John PakIn this episode of The Club, our host Sean Fairholm talks with U.S. Open low-amateur John Pak about how he dealt with the pressure of playing in golf's toughest major championship. Pak describes his low-maintenance approach to preparing for each round and how understanding his swing allows him more freedom in the moment. 2020-10-0220 minThe Graff Golf PodcastUsing Analytics To Simplify Your Game With Alex ForteyIn this episode of The Club, our host Sean Fairholm talks with Graff Golf's Alex Fortey about how ball analytics can help to simplify your golf game. Fortey delves into the specifics of carry yardages, spin rates and more to explain what you need to know. 2020-09-0732 minThe Graff Golf PodcastShort Game Lessons With Pat GossIn this episode of The Club, our host Sean Fairholm chats to Pat Goss, a PGA Tour short game coach. Goss explains why so many players — even the best in the world — struggle with consistency around the greens, and how the solution is often found in changing their setup position.2020-08-1424 minThe Graff Golf PodcastMental & Physical Approach With Conrad RayIn this episode of The Club, our host Sean Fairholm chats to Conrad Ray, the head men's golf coach at Stanford University. Ray talks about what he learned as a player at Stanford, keeping his current players motivated, the role of technology in the game and more.2020-07-2418 minESPN West Palm Podcasts07 - 11 - Ken LaVicka w/ Global Golf Post's Sean Fairholm07 - 11 - Ken LaVicka w/ Global Golf Post's Sean Fairholm by Where the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast come to for sports!2020-07-1200 minTeeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling -- Sean Fairholm Talks Seminole Golf Club -- May 14, 2020Global Golf Post’s Sean Fairholm previews Seminole Golf Club which he’s been inside six times.2020-05-1435 min
The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St AndrewsSean Fairholm, Global Golf Post | Episode No. 172Sean Fairholm writes for Global Golf Post, a publication delivering golf news, information and insightful commentary to serious golfers worldwide. There are a lot of golf publications out there, but Global Golf Post is one of the best and is one of my favorite places to digest content. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about Sean's content, his travel schedule, his writing process and his time at NC State University. He also talks about Global Golf Post + and if he thinks Topgolf is helping grow the game. He doesn't have o...2019-12-0439 minTeeing It Up with Jeremy SchillingTeeing It Up with Jeremy Schilling -- Sean Fairholm -- January 8, 2019Sean Fairholm of Global Golf Post joins us to talk about their new subscription service2019-01-0931 min